Governor Moore announces major offshore wind energy initiatives during international forum in Baltimore

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore on Wednesday announced major offshore wind energy initiatives to move Maryland toward achieving its “100% clean energy” goal by 2035. Governor Moore announced that Maryland will significantly increase its offshore wind output and prioritize wind energy partnerships to position Maryland to be the country’s leader in offshore wind production. “Here in Maryland, we can have both […]

Comptroller Lierman encourages Marylanders to take advantage of Shop Maryland Energy Weekend, enjoy exemption of the state sales tax on qualifying ENERGY STAR appliances

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Comptroller Brooke Lierman is reminding Marylanders that, for those looking to replace an appliance, there’s no better time than Shop Maryland Energy Weekend. Shop Maryland Energy Weekend takes place February 18 through 20, and Maryland residents can take advantage of great deals, including exemption of the state’s sales tax on qualifying ENERGY STAR appliances. During Presidents’ Day weekend, the […]

Governor Hogan announces $3.7 million for electric vehicle charging stations

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Thursday announced that $3.7 million in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure is being awarded to 37 sites using funds from Maryland’s settlement with Volkswagen for air pollution violations. “For more than six years now, Maryland has been setting an example for the nation of strong environmental leadership,” said Governor Hogan. “This is another important step […]

Nautilus Solar holds ribbon-cutting in Kingsville

KINGSVILLE, MD—Nautilus Solar Energy, LLC, a leading owner-operator of solar projects throughout the United States, on Friday held a ribbon-cutting for the opening of Maryland’s largest community solar project dedicated to providing over half (54%) of the power generated to the low-to-moderate income (LMI) community. Located in Kingsville, the 1.8 MW project brings access to clean, solar energy to 293 […]

Governor Hogan authorizes emergency measures to address Colonial Pipeline incident, gas shortages

UPDATE: Colonial Pipeline has initiated a restart of pipeline operations. Original story below… ——— BALTIMORE, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Wednesday authorized Maryland Department of Transportation Secretary Greg Slater to take emergency measures to respond to the Colonial Pipeline incident and ensure continuity of fuel supply throughout the state. “The emergency actions that we are taking will provide the state the […]

Governor Hogan announces statewide efforts to prepare for Tropical Storm Isaias, Marylanders urged to exercise caution

For the latest Tropical Storm Isaias coverage, click here. ANNAPOLIS, MD—As the East Coast braces for Tropical Storm Isaias, Governor Larry Hogan announced on Monday that the State of Maryland has activated a government-wide response to prepare for severe conditions. A Tropical Storm Warning is now in effect for most jurisdictions, in addition to several severe weather watches and warnings […]

Md. Department of Environment helps convert motor fleets to cleaner fuels

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of the Environment announced on Monday that it has approved $2.1 million in funding for five private businesses to convert their motor fleets to cleaner alternative fuels as part of the settlement of the Volkswagen (VW) “defeat devices” case. Existing diesel powered vehicles will be replaced with new vehicles that use clean alternative fuels like electricity, […]